International Shorts 3: Teen Spirit

An eclectic programme of shorts observing young, charismatic characters exploring their way into adulthood. A sexual awakening in the countryside, a longed-for escape to far away countries, a shocking birthday party, a day in a facility for abused teenagers, a fateful encounter with a Manga-loving girl... Seductive, vengeful, provocative, frustrated or simply plain dangerous, the young protagonists of these shorts from Ireland, New Zealand, Taiwan, the US and Austria are caught in their own unique, fascinating coming of age journeys.

Screening with:

Betty Banned Sweets

Michelle Savill /

New Zealand /

2008 /

14 mins

While a boy obsessively dreams of travelling to far away countries, his mother plans his unwanted birthday party.

Lowland Fell

Michael Kinirons /

Ireland /

2008 /

21 mins

In the middle of nowhere, a girl comes across two young brothers working in the fields. This chance encounter and the discovery of a mummified corpse will bring the three of them together for a night of exploration.

Eiko

Christoph Kuschnig /

Austria /

2009 /

13 mins

Provocative teenager Lili climbs into Alex's car while he’s taking a rest. Incredulous, but attracted to her, he starts driving as they begin to chat; her Manga comic – Eiko – holds the key to her intentions.

Useful links

Find EIFF

The Edinburgh International Film Festival Limited is a subsidiary of the Centre for the
Moving Image. Registered in Scotland No: SC132453. VAT No: 502 548861. Registered Office: 88 Lothian Road,
EDINBURGH EH3 9BZ. The Centre for the Moving Image is a company limited by guarantee with charitable status.
Scottish Charity No. SC006793